1998 Holden Statesman vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1998 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Statesman weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Statesman. 1998 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Statesman | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Statesman | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
